Natural Menopause

by Miriam Stoppard

In the DK Healthcare series for women, Dr. Miriam Stoppard addresses the most common subjects of interest to women, covering every lifestage, whether teenager or post-menopausal woman. Packed with... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0789430908
• ISBN13: 9780789430908
• Release Date: March 1998
• Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.9" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Compact Self-Help Guide

Who has time to read a huge book on any subject these days? If someone in your life is entering Menopause, this is a quick resource that is very handy. This book offers practical advice on how to alleviate symptoms and explains the whole range of menopausal symptoms. This book includes these topics: What Happens at Menopause? Menopausal Medical Complaints Positive Attitudes Physical Health Natural Therapies Sexuality & Relationships With this book, you can understand the whole range of symptoms, learn to think positively about the changes in your life, keep fit and care for your body. The section on natural therapies is especially interesting. You can research Naturopathy, Aromatherapy, Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Hydrotherapy and Massage. All of which I can recommend as wonderful therapies for anyone. This stage is a psychological, emotional and intellectual turning point in women's lives. Having this book around will give answers to questions like: What are Hot Flashes? Why can't I sleep? Why am I feeling Forgetful? How can I prevent Osteoporosis? What can I do about weight control? Do I still have to worry about Birth Control? Will this put a strain on my marriage? With this guide...you are now in control of how you feel! ~The Rebecca Review

A menopause primer for women and the men in their life.

In just 96 pages, the author manages to cover a lot of topics, including changes that occur physically and mentally. The book starts with an explanation of menopause, followed by a description of the symptoms and stages. It further discusses the emotional effects of menopause as well as other potential health risks. Useful information is provided for treating symptoms, including tips on diet and exercise, aromatherapy and the use of herbs. There is judicious use of pictures, charts and sidebars, all of which help make it a great reference guide. It is easy to read and small enough to slip into a purse or briefcase. At a very affordable price, it might be the best $7.95 you could ever spend. Give a copy to the man in your life, so that he will understand what you are going through. It may help you to save your marriage !